"It's just too much to deceive people!!"

The middle-aged alchemist turned his head and looked at the fortress not far away, spat fiercely, then he turned his head with a disgusting expression. It seemed that what was there was not a mighty fortress, but a piece of shit that made people feel disgusting.

"What should we do next? Sir? Those bastards are really ungrateful! They dare to treat us like this. They are too savage and too uneducated! Sir, we can't just let it go. I think we must respond by being insulted and threatened by a small mercenary guild so recklessly!! Let them know how powerful we are! Otherwise, how can our Alchemist Association gain a foothold in the mainland in the future!!"

Looking at the middle-aged man in front of him, the other alchemists also showed an indignant expression. As elite talents in the Alchemist Association, they were held in their hands and respected everywhere they went. Indeed, alchemists themselves do not have much combat power, but their use of alchemist equipment and potions is beyond the reach of others. This is also the most proud and proud thing about alchemists. It is precisely because of this that many alchemists look down on mercenaries and rely on muscles.

The existence of profession and mage that relies on talent. In their opinion, both of these are despicable and shameless thieves. If they do not have talent and strength, then they are nothing. But alchemists are different. They do not need talent or muscles, but the power obtained by relying on their own wisdom. It is precisely because of this. Many alchemists subconsciously feel that they are superior, and now they are actually threatened by a group of mercenaries in their face, which is simply a shame and humiliation for these elites!!

When Rhode's murderous intent spread, these alchemists did feel the fear from the heart. At that moment, it seemed that the god of death's scythe was dancing behind their necks. With just one wrong hand, they would separate the yin and yang from now on and never meet again. It is precisely because of this. Faced with Rhode's threat, these alchemists had to restrain their temper... But they would never admit this.

"That is to say, if we alchemists were not willing to confuse with a barbarian like him, how could he dare to drive us out? We cannot deal with such people. Everyone, the boss is the boss. Let that arrogant young man see how powerful we are!!"

"Yes, yes, it's not true to deal with barbarians. They must know how powerful we are!"

"Okay OK."

Listening to the words of everyone around him, the middle-aged man waved his hand to signal them to shut up. Then he lowered his face and stared at the ground in front of him gloomyly. After a while, he snorted coldly.

"Since the other party doesn't want to eat the punishment, we will not give them face anymore. You are right. We alchemists are not like savage and rough mercenaries, but we also have our own ways..." At this point, the man showed a sneer, and then he turned around and looked at the mercenaries beside him.

"Have the egrets entered the fortress?"

"Yes, sir, we just got in touch. The egrets have been mixed into the fortress and have not been discovered by the mercenaries. Now they are looking for opportunities outside the alchemy workshop. I heard that the president of the Mercenary Guild has strengthened the security work of the alchemy workshop after we left. Now there are many mercenaries there. I'm afraid it will be difficult for us to rush into and grab people."

"Hmph, a country mercenary organization, and there is still an alchemy workshop, it's just a joke. Let them continue to monitor..." When he said this, the middle-aged man suddenly showed a strange smile. "By the way, tell them to implement the second plan."

"This is absolutely impossible!"

Dassus threw the list in his hand on the table, and looked at Rhode in front of him with a serious expression. He spread his hands and his old face was as strong as tree bark, and there were deep ravines everywhere due to strong dissatisfaction. Faced with Dassus' roar, Rhode didn't even raise his eyelids, but Rabis next to him was scared to death.

No wonder Dassus was so angry. When Rhodes said he wanted them to pay, the old man thought he had to spend more money, which was nothing to the alchemist. But when Rhodes brought a long list to Dassus, even with Dassus's good cultivation, he could only throw the table and curse.

"Mr. Rhodes, you are simply making trouble!! There are so many alchemy materials, including precious things, and our Alchemist Association cannot provide these things at all! Sorry, we will never agree to your request!!"

No wonder Dass was so angry at this moment, because the list listed on the list Rhodes was not all ordinary alchemy materials, from Devil Grass to Magic Crystals, plus Angel Tree Heart and Shadow Core, etc., are all extremely high-priced alchemy materials, many of which are even priceless and cannot be bought in the market. But now, this young man is so proud that he has asked for dozens of them, and each of them has to be a whole car!!

A car!!

He might as well grab it!!

To be honest, Dassus would rather Rhode exchange these materials for money. If it is equivalent money, then he would definitely not feel sorry for him. Although the Alchemist Association is not as strong as the Mercenary Association and the Church, it is not difficult for the Alchemist Association to make money by relying on their outstanding alchemy techniques and the violence of the potions. If Rhode wants hundreds of thousands or even millions of gold coins, then Dassus would definitely not frown at all. But if he wants alchemist materials worth hundreds of thousands to millions of gold coins, then no matter which alchemist, he would not agree. After all, collecting those precious alchemist materials is more difficult than money.

"Don't be so excited, Master Dassus, you are old and being too excited is not good for your health."

Rhodes still had a leisurely expression when he was angry at Dassus. He even picked up the teacup and savored the black tea in the cup. Then he spoke. But facing Rhodes' comfort, Dassus shook his head with a pale complexion.

"Impossible, Mr. Rhodes, I'll say it again, the Alchemist Society, can't come up with so many materials!"

"I'm really surprised. It's a great alchemist association with branches all over the Dragon Soul Continent. Can't even get such a little material?"

"you………………!"

Hearing this, Dassus suddenly stopped, and he realized what Rhode was meant. The reason why Dassus dared to refuse so righteously was because he could not come up with these materials himself. Although the Alchemist Association in Moon's Duke was quite generous, if he really wanted to sell Dassus, he would not have produced so many materials after selling it. But now when he heard Rhode's words, Dassus realized that from the beginning, this cunning young man had no intention of asking him to pay for it. He was simply eyeing the entire Alchemist Association!

But even so, these materials are still difficult to take advantage of for the Alchemist Association.

"I know what you're thinking. Young people, but that's also impossible. You should know that the Alchemist Association will always be far away from Moon, and the materials you want are too precious. To be honest, I don't think they will always come out......"

"………In exchange for your president's life?"

Before Dass could finish his words, Rod Youran took over. He put down the teacup in his hand and looked at Dassus leisurely.

"It turns out that your president is not worth even this little money, so forget it. Master Dassus, we have the end of this transaction. Since your guild does not value your president very much, I don't care about these things. Considering that there is a reason for you, I will no longer pursue you for your unauthorized collision with the fortress of the Starlight Guild. Let's stop here."

Speaking of this, Rhodes stood up and made a gesture to see him off.

"this……………"

Seeing Rhode's actions, the old man who was still quite angry had to stop slightly. The reason he moved out of the president was to use the strength of the Alchemist Association to give the young man in front of him a warning so that he could know what kind of organization he was offending. But now, this was taken by Rhode to threaten him, which made Dassos speechless. As the president of the Alchemist Association, it was naturally crucial. Otherwise, the association would not have sent an investigation team in such a short time. Dassos was also very clear that now within the association, all kinds of forces are fighting for power and profit, and they all hoped that the old president would wake up as soon as possible. And if they could win the first prize, it would naturally be of great benefit to their future.

Dassus is not a fool either. Of course he knew what kind of uproar would be caused if Rhodes’ lion’s request was found by the Alchemist Association. But what could they do? There is no legendary powerhouse in the Alchemist Association to come here to find a place. The Sword Saint of the Council of Invisible Light all came in and went out horizontally. Until now, the Council of Light didn’t even dare to give up a fart, and could only protest against Lydia at the diplomatic level, but how could the Archangel take these guys seriously?

Even the Council of Light could not be a good idea, so what could the Alchemist Association do to him? Not to mention that in the fortress, Dassus also saw the symbol of the church, which also means that the cooperative relationship between the church and the Starlight is not just groundless rumors... Faced with such a terrible monster that is intertwined by many forces, even Dassus himself has no good idea.

"You can't say that, Mr. Rhodes, you must understand our difficulties..."

"This is business, Master Dassus. You are an alchemist, but you should understand this principle too. If your association can create the antidote itself, there is no need to come to us. But it is because you can't make it that we come to us, right? I think my conditions are very reasonable. Of course, maybe we can discuss with each other in terms of specific details."

“……………………………”

Facing Rhode's speech, Dassus was speechless because what Rhode said was the truth. This poison was so weird. Many advanced alchemists racked their brains, and even couldn't configure the potion that could alleviate the effect of the poison. This is why the Alchemist Association would act so quickly after investigating that Xingguang made this bottle of poison. Although the old president is just sleeping all the time. And there is no abnormality other than that, everyone knows what the ending would be. If we continue like this, we cannot eat and can only use the potion to maintain the life of the old president.

It’s not Rhode who needs to be in a hurry now. He can continue to wait leisurely, maybe until the old president dies... In this way, there is no doubt that he will offend the Alchemist Association. But what can the Alchemist Association do to him? It is forbidden to sell alchemists to him? He has a level of so high and so young alchemist, so why should he look at his face? In addition, the royal family and the Shania family are also famous for their magical skills. Since Marlene, the heir of the Shania family, can stay in the Starlight Guild, then it means that if Rhode needs it, he can obtain magic equipment from the Shania family, so why care about the suppression of the Alchemist Association?

Thinking of this, Dassus couldn't help but sigh. Then he sat down and looked at the list in front of him.

Now it seems that there is no other way except to negotiate with Rhodes on this.

Just as Dassus and Rhodes were having a "friendly negotiation", Christie and others were in the alchemy workshop. However, it was another scene.

“Ah…………………………………………………………”

Annie stood up, stretched her waist, then wiped off the saliva from her mouth with a sleepy eyes. Then Annie curled her lips and turned her head to look at Christie and the Little Mermaid not far away. At this moment, the two were sitting bored at the table, whispering that they were talking alone, while Christie was not sure about what they were talking. Both sides could only talk through gestures. At first, Annie hoped to take this opportunity to have a good relationship with the cute little thing around the leader, but what made her helpless was that the Little Mermaid was still so afraid of being alive. Apart from Rhode and Christie, she almost dared to get close to anyone. This also made Annie feel powerless... But for Annie, of course, she was not the kind of person who would sit and wait for death. At this moment, seeing Christie and the Little Mermaid seemed a little bored, Annie suddenly had a flash of her eyes, and then she turned over and jumped up.

"Christy, little cutie, are you very bored? Do you want to accompany Annie to have a walk outside?"

"Go outside?"

After hearing Annie's suggestion, Christie also became interested. She was here to help Labis, but now, Labis was called away by Canary for some reason. Only Christie is left here, and she really has nothing to do. However, the girl is docile by nature, and even if she feels bored, she still sits here obediently. At this moment, when she hears Annie's suggestion, Christie couldn't help but feel moved.

"Yes, little Christie, you see, little cutie just came here, didn't we? We took her out for a walk, got familiar with the fortress, and could pass the time. Isn't this a good thing?"

"this………"

Hearing Annie's proposal, Christie looked at the little mermaid beside her and couldn't help but feel a little moved. To be honest, Christie also liked this very cute little girl floating in the water ball. Especially her unprepared approach to herself, it seemed as if Christie felt that she had an extra sister. Moreover, Rhode also asked Christie to take care of Danxue. This also made Christie feel a little more responsible. If Annie suggested going out, then Christie might be a little hesitant. But since it was in the fortress and Annie was by her side, the girl was not worried and nodded quickly.

"Okay, Sister Anne."

"Let's go!"

When she heard Christie let go, Annie smiled immediately, then she turned over and jumped up, and came to the two of them. When she saw Annie, the cute face of the little mermaid suddenly showed a terrified expression. She hurriedly shrank down, and accompanied the movement of the little mermaid, the water ball wrapped around her also hid behind Christie lightly and flexibly. Although the little mermaid could not really contact Christie because of the barrier of the water balloon, this action was enough to show her thoughts. But Annie obviously didn't care about it. While she grabbed Christie's hand carelessly, she showed an excited smile.

"Let me go, let me take you to the fortress to see those fun things!"

The huge fortress is extremely lively. As more and more people migrate here, the originally deserted fortress gradually becomes vibrant and energetic. However, crimes and riots that occur due to the arrival of immigrants are rarely seen, because Rhodes have long formulated very strict regulations. Once someone dares to make trouble or create riots in the fortress, they can be expelled directly at the least, and they will be beaten half to death and then expelled. Then these blacklisted people will not come in again. With such strict regulations, coupled with the existence of mercenaries and sea elves everywhere, ordinary civilians dare not cause any trouble here. Therefore, although the entire fortress looks very lively, it is orderly without any disturbances or chaos.

Christie and the Little Mermaid naturally attracted a lot of attention, but no one dared to come up and block their way ignorantly. As long as people living in the fortress, most of them know the rules of the Mercenary Guild. Although the little girl floating in the water ball looks very interesting and cute, it is much more normal than the sea elf with tentacles everywhere on her body.

"There is the park there? Let's go around there, this is the most comfortable place. Every time Annie returns to the fortress, she likes to come here. She is quiet and comfortable and can sleep well without being disturbed by anyone. Christy, little cutie, do you know that if you want to have a good dream, the best way is to find a warm and quiet place, then lie down and close your eyes, and then think about some happy things... That's it... Annie......"

Just as Anne was pointing fingers and excitedly instilling her "dream philosophy" in Christie and the little mermaid, suddenly, not far away in front of them, several men appeared in cloaks. At first glance, these people were very ordinary, no different from ordinary people. They mixed in the crowd and walked slowly towards the three girls. At this moment, Anne was excited and Christie was also very engrossed. Only the little mermaid seemed to instinctively notice something. She looked around uneasy, and then subconsciously got closer to Christie.

Soon, the two sides were getting closer and closer, and just as the three girls passed by those people, suddenly, the people who were covered in the cloak suddenly came to their senses, and then they quietly pulled out three short staffs from under the cloak and stabbed Anne and others.

"Dong!!"

At this moment, Annie suddenly stopped talking, and then she didn't even look back. Her right hand, which was originally raised high, swung backwards. Then, with Annie's movement, the golden heavy shield that was originally carrying the girl's back suddenly jumped up, then smashed heavily, blocking Christie and the little mermaid, breaking the three seemingly fragile staffs. At the same time, a violent storm suddenly rose up flat and whistled forward. The men wrapped in the cloak did not expect such a scene at all. They immediately tilted their bodies and rolled backwards, but soon, faint magical light emerged from these people, stabilizing their bodies.

"Who are you? What do you want to do?!"

Anne held the golden shield in one hand and blocked Christie and the little mermaid, glaring at the people in front of her, and shouting.

Faced with Annie's inquiry, these people did not answer. At this moment, several people in the same costume seemed to emerge from the ground and surrounded the three of them from all directions. Then, the leading man reached into his arms and took out a cold dagger.

Then he whispered.

"Do it!"

Accompanied by the man's low shout, dozens of figures suddenly turned into dark ghostly shadows and rushed towards Annie and others!!
Chapter completed!